Put plants in your building
Putting plants in your building has a positive effect on well-being. However, the impact of houseplants on indoor air quality is negligible.
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Houseplants absorb CO 2 and give off oxygen. Research also shows that houseplants have a certain capacity to purify the air from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and particulate matter. However, in real-life environments such as classrooms or office spaces, the air-purifying effect of houseplants turns out to be negligibly small. Houseplants can have a positive effect on our well-being, reduce stress and give a positive boost to our mood.
Tips
- Be sure to put plants in your building, as they have several psychologically beneficial effects.
- If you want to improve indoor air quality, remove harmful substances indoors and ensure good ventilation . These measures are much more effective than houseplants.
More information
- Air purification by houseplants (Wageningen Plant Research, The Netherlands)
- Which house plants should you buy to purify the air in your home? None (National Geographic)
